(NAPSI)-Whoever coined the proverb "patience is a virtue" most
likely didn't live in today's rush-rush, "I want it yesterday"
world. There are real-time traffic updates, overnight delivery and
high-speed Internet-so why should anyone wait days, even weeks for a
DVD to arrive in the mail or take their chances with the leftovers
in a vending machine? And waiting for a movie to be available for
viewing through a legal online subscription service? Unthinkable.

Fortunately, with Movies On DemandR on cable, the wait is over.
Many of the latest releases are available the same day as the
DVD-instantly, right at home. All it takes is a click of the digital
cable remote. Customers can save even more time before they watch by
visiting www.rentmoviesondemand.com to
see what's playing and what's coming soon.

So don't fret if you still haven't seen Martin
Scorsese's five-time Academy AwardR winner "Hugo" or
witnessed Milla
Jovovich as the world's deadliest assassin while Orlando
Bloom rules the sky in "The Three Musketeers." Nor do you need to
wait any longer to see Michael Fassbender
and Viggo Mortensen vie for the attention of an attractive
patient (Keira
Knightley) in "A Dangerous Method," or to laugh out loud
watching the exploits of Jonah Hill in "The Sitter." These films and
more are all conveniently available on Movies on Demand.

There are also a number of terrific releases that the whole
family can enjoy, such as "The Muppets," brought to life with the
performances of Amy Adams and Jason Segel,
and starring the lovable Kermit the Frog. And the battle for Easter
is on in "Hop," starring James Marsden and featuring the
entertaining voices of Hank Azaria and
Russell Brand. Plus, everyone will love the ferociously funny
exploits of the irresistible and legendary cat "Puss in Boots,"
voiced by Antonio Banderas. Or take one small penguin step with the voices
of Elijah Wood and Robin Williams in "Happy Feet Two."

So wait no longer-they're all just a mere click away on digital
cable, and the hot, buttered popcorn can be ready almost as fast.

(NAPSI)—If Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson’s rollicking film
“The Adventures of Tintin” has you and your family dreaming of your
own world travels, here’s a fun quiz to test your knowledge of some
of the exotic locations portrayed in the movie:

1. Some people visit this African country for the waters, others
for the history of its ancient Roman and Islamic sites, the
mountains, the desert or the bargains. Is it (a)
Morocco
(b) Tunisia (c) Zaire?

2. This city, which has changed its name a few times in the last
century, is known for the mysterious twilight of its White Nights,
an extraordinary history and some of the modern world’s greatest
literature, music and art. Is it (a)
Stockholm (b) St.Petersburg (c) Quebec?

3. This French- and Dutch-speaking city, known for an infamous
fountain, is also a great place for the latest in art and design. Is
it (a)
Lucerne (b)
Brussels (c)
Monte Carlo?

Answers

1. (a)
Morocco
. You won’t find the fictional town of
Bagghar that Tintin visits there but
Casablanca and Marrakech are legendary cities that are worth the
trip. (b)
St. Petersburg,
Russia
, had its name changed to Petrograd and then
Leningrad during the Soviet era and back again in 1991. 3. (b)
Brussels, the charming capital of
Belgium
, is also known for its chocolates and two world-famous boys. One,
the Manneken Pis, is a fountain sculpted in the shape of a small boy
who is often dressed in several costumes a year, including one for
Elvis Presley’s birthday. The other is Tintin, the beloved fictional
reporter created by author and Belgian native Hergé.

The 2012 Golden Globe− winning movie “The Adventures of Tintin”
is now available on Blu-ray and DVD. Featuring visually stunning
motion capture animation and a thrilling story filled with nonstop
action, the wildly imaginative journey has been called “fun for the
whole family” by critics. Racing to uncover the secrets of a sunken
ship that may hold a vast fortune-and an ancient curse-Tintin and
his faithful dog Snowy are drawn into a centuries-old mystery as
they outwit a diabolical villain in a breathless chase around the
world. The Blu-ray/DVD combo pack includes over 90 minutes of
special features that show how the filmmakers brought the characters
to life and created the magical and adventure-filled world of
Tintin.

(NAPSI)—If you have an idea for a new invention but don’t know
what to do with it, inventor George Davison can help. “Dare to
Invent” is his prized motto.

“But inventing is about more than just a good idea,” Davison
offers. “It’s also about taking a chance.”

As the founder and CEO of Davison, an award-winning new products
development company that creates more than 150 new product samples
each month, he knows a thing or two about inventing.

More than 20 years ago, Davison’s very first invention was a
toothbrush sterilizer, but a larger company beat him to market. That
failure sowed the seeds for what Davison calls his most successful
invention—his nine-step method for shepherding ideas from sketch to
prototype to market—and fueled his determination to give every idea
person the opportunity to see his or her big idea realized.

One first-time inventor, Joy Clymer of
Fruita,
Colorado, was so frustrated by trying to transport deviled eggs to
a picnic that she conceived of the idea for a covered platter with
egg-shaped cutouts. Her successful product, called Party Traveler,
is licensed under the name Party on the Go for QVC.

Most inventions solve a problem. For EMS pilot Joseph Springer of
Harleysville,
Pennsylvania, his invention was born out of his fondness for the
crispy edges of homemade brownies. His Silicone Dessert Bar Pan,
which ensures firm edges no matter what’s baked in it, was a hit,
especially on QVC.

Some inventions improve on an existing idea. Kay Thompson of
Clarkston,
Michigan, found that walking her two Shelties in winter was
anything but fun for her canine friends, whose paws always became
cold, wet and salt soaked. So she created boots that would not slip
off in the snow like the many she had tried. Now, her stay-put and
fashionable Pugz Shoes for Dogs are all
the rage.

Davison offers these tips to those who “dare to invent”:

Dare to Take Action: Do your research to see if there is
already something similar on the market.

Dare to Share: Share your idea with others. A
nondisclosure or confidentiality agreement will protect you from
having your idea stolen.

Dare to Evaluate: Evaluate your idea honestly and think
about how to market the product.

(NAPSI)—There’s a new dimension to entertainment, bringing on
what many have called a second golden age of 3D.

The number of movies filmed in 3D is growing, as well as the
number of movies that are being converted from 2D to 3D to boost
their box office appeal.

Since the smash hit “Avatar,” many more films have been shot in
3D, including “
Alice in Wonderland,” “Sanctum,” “Pirates of the
Caribbean,” “Mars Needs Moms” and “The Green Hornet.” Films such
as “Green Lantern” and “The Smurfs” were filmed in 2D and converted,
while “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” and “Puss in
Boots” were shot in 2D but also shown in Imax 3D.

This year, many more are coming to theaters while old movies are
now available in 3D Blu-ray discs for home enjoyment. And with the
increasing popularity of this medium, more people want to enjoy the
bold images of 3D on a large screen at home.

To meet that demand, there’s growing interest and innovation in
3D projectors. For example, Mitsubishi Electric’s new 3D projector,
the HC7800D, brings the 3D experience home. The projector uses DLP
technology to create exciting, vibrant 3D images in full
high-definition, 1080p resolution. When paired with a Blu-ray disc
player capable of 3D movie playback, 3D projectors like this bring
movie enjoyment to a whole new level never before experienced at
home.

The projector shows impressive 3D images viewable through its
high-performance proprietary active-shutter glasses. The HC7800D
also boasts one of the industry’s best 2D to 3D conversion
technologies that can transform ordinary 2D classics like “It’s a
Wonderful Life” and “Ben-Hur” into a seamless 3D experience with
near-perfect 3D simulation that makes content jump off the screen.

The projector’s frame rate conversion technology also produces
high-speed image reproduction for showing fine, smooth details and
reducing any motion blur, especially in fast action scenes, so even
watching sports and games becomes an event to look forward to,
whether it’s in 2D or 3D.

With a long life of up to 5,000 hours in low mode, the lamp
provides years of typical use before you need a new one. With a rich
100K:1 contrast ratio, the projector produces images that are
smooth, dazzling and true to the original 2D and 3D content from
Blu-ray discs, cable or satellite subscription services.

(NAPSI)-An Oscar nomination signifies that a movie is among the
year's best. Although the emblematic statuette stands just slightly
above 13 inches, it reigns supreme as the motion picture industry's
greatest honor.

The competition is tough. According to the
Academy of
Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, a total of 265 films are
eligible for consideration in the 2011 Academy AwardsR competition.
In the original movie score category alone, there are 97 musical
scores from eligible feature-length movies in contention for
nominations. Awards are presented for outstanding individual or
collective efforts in up to 25 categories.

Movie critics and cinephiles are already placing their bets on
who will win Oscar gold, while the average movie buff may still have
some serious catching up to do before making any educated
predictions. In fact, ReelzChannel's popular critic Leonard Maltin
just issued "The 11 Best Films You May Have Missed In 2011." But
there's good news for enthusiasts who want to join the fun. Without
ever leaving the house, and with the push of a button, Movies on
Demand on cable means they can discover or relive some of the finest
films in cinematic history throughout the awards season.

Oscar prognosticators can easily find out what's currently
available and what's coming soon to Movies on Demand at www.rentmoviesondemand.com.
Current buzz-generating flicks such as "The Help," "Bridesmaids,"
"Midnight in
Paris," along with past winning greats such as "Slumdog
Millionaire," "Erin Brockovich," "The Pianist" and "Million Dollar
Baby," are among thousands of films available on Movies on Demand on
cable.

In addition, many of the latest films are also on MOD, weeks
before they can be rented on DVD and years before they become
available via legal streaming subscription services. Plus, there's
no waiting in line at a vending machine or waiting for a movie to
arrive in the mail.

A few of the new titles now playing on Movies on Demand include
"Moneyball," starring Brad Pitt as Oakland A's general manager Billy
Beane, who assembles a successful baseball team on a budget, and
"Real Steel," in which Hugh Jackman turns a discarded robot into a
boxing champ. Two young sisters befriend an invisible entity that
lives in their home in "Paranormal Activity 3." And Seth Rogen and
Bryce Dallas Howard star in a comedic tale with Joseph
Gordon-Levitt, whose chances of beating cancer are "50/50."

Lights, camera, action! It's time for a "close-up." It's Oscar
season, the Super Bowl of movies.

(NAPSI)-TV viewers may soon gain a whole new perspective on
weight loss.

That's because social TV APP Miso has teamed up with Halogen TV
to provide a new way to connect and interact with "The Biggest
Loser." It's a compelling weight-loss drama in which celebrity
fitness trainers Jillian Michaels and Bob Harper join top health
experts to help 12 overweight contestants transform their bodies,
health and, ultimately, their lives.

Caroline Rhea hosts the unscripted, one-hour series featuring
unique challenges, surprising alliances and irresistible
temptations. In the end, the winner has a healthier body and
$250,000.

Unlike other "makeover" shows, it focuses on exercising the right
way, losing weight naturally and promoting positive and healthy
living. This cast of diverse and dynamic individuals gets a chance
to be self-confident about their accomplishments and physical
appearance.

The Miso platform provides viewers with innovative and fun ways
to discuss the show, get behind-the-scenes information, take polls
and post instant reactions to each of the episodes (whether you
watch live, on demand, via DVR or on your iPhone).

(NAPSI)-Taking the battle out of bedtime may be less of a
nightmare with the help of some pediatric sleep specialists.

For example, many parents don't know that some kids have trouble
falling asleep because they are too tired, says Jennifer Waldburger,
LCSW, one of the co-founders of Sleepy Planet.

Some children can become overtired and some parents may be trying
to put them to bed too late. Most children need to go to bed between
7 and 8 p.m., and if they don't, they may become too stimulated.

Even with an early bedtime, many children may need some activity
before bedtime-some games or playtime after dinner-to help them calm
down.

If your child is still stalling, he or she may want to talk about
something that is causing anxiety, such as their day at school.
Offering kids some choices can help. Ask which pajamas they want to
wear or which stories they want you to read.

A bedtime routine can be soothing, whether it's reading together
or watching a show such as "Pajanimals," a series co-produced by
24-hour preschool television channel Sprout, The Jim Henson Company,
and
Northern Ireland
's Sixteen South Television. Airing on Sprout in the
U.S.
, the series was designed to help parents and caregivers establish
a bedtime routine for their preschoolers. Waldburger and fellow
co-founder of Sleepy Planet Jill Spivack lend their expertise to the
bedtime themes and song lyrics that cover topics such as encouraging
preschoolers to stay in bed, dealing with nightmares and missing
your parents at night.

"Pajanimals" characters-Sweetpea Sue the pony, the excitable duck
Squacky, the creative cow CowBella and the optimistic puppy
Apollo-were designed by the world famous OscarR and EmmyR
Award-winning Jim Henson's Creature Shop.

"Parents have told us that bedtime is one of the most challenging
times of the day," said Andrew Beecham, senior vice president of
programming at Sprout. "This new full-length series provides
loveable characters modeling the typical day-to-bedtime transitions
that preschoolers encounter every day."

"Puppets are a great way to connect with young children and
encourage them to explore their fears and curiosity," said Lisa
Henson, CEO of The Jim Henson Company.E"These cuddly friends welcome
viewers to snuggle up for a story and a song."

(NAPSI)—Buying a video game the whole family can enjoy is not
just fun and games. You may want to do your homework.

Whether you’re buying a game as a gift or for your own family to
enjoy, it’s important to make informed decisions about which games
are most suitable for younger players.

Here are some tips to help:

• Check the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) rating on
the front of every box to gauge age appropriateness, from E for
Everyone to M for Mature. And don’t forget to look at the content
descriptors and other information on the back.

• Most games have rating summaries available at ESRB.org that provide further
details and examples of the game’s content.

Download the free mobile app from ESRB to check a game’s rating
summary right from the store.

• Visit game review websites, which often have gameplay videos to
help parents get a better feel for the content.